Cindy Uken

California

Journalist at Freelance

Freelance Journalist based in Palm Springs

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Articles

Christy Holstege Files for Divorce

1 day ago | ukenreport.com | Cindy Uken

PALM SPRINGS — Former City Councilmember Christy Holstege who twice ran unsuccessfully to represent District 47 in the State Assembly has filed for divorce from Adam M. Gilbert, according to court documents. “I am not a public figure or serving in a public role anymore and for that reason my personal life is not newsworthy,” Holstege told Uken Report on Thursday morning.
Cat City Considers School Resource Officer Contract

2 days ago | ukenreport.com | Cindy Uken

CATHEDRAL CITY â€”While the School Resource Officer position is not a new concept, this position directly serves the needs of youthand their families., according to Police Chief George Crum.
County Infrastructure Reduces Flood Risks

2 days ago | ukenreport.com | Cindy Uken

PALM SPRINGS – County flood control infrastructure, which protected a Palm Springs art district, a mobile home park and nearby condos from flooding during Hurricane Hilary, will reportedly soon bring flood insurance savings to these same businesses and homeowners, according to county officials.
PS Mayor Calls on City to Put Brakes On Spending

4 days ago | ukenreport.com | Cindy Uken

PALM SPRINGS — In response to growing public concern over the city’s fiscal challenges, Palm Springs Mayor Ron deHarte is calling on the city to put on the brakes. For context, Palm Springs is facing a projected $10 million budget deficit over the next two years. The mayor is one member of the City Council. He has one vote just like all others on the City Council. The mayor’s position rotates annually among all members of the City Counci. In a self-issued news release.
Where California Ranks When it Comes to Road Trips

4 days ago | ukenreport.com | Cindy Uken

California is well-known for its warm, sandy beaches; theme parks; Rodeo Drive; Hollywood stars; and more. It is not, however known for its road trips. Heck, it doesn’t even rank in the Top 25. With nearly 80% of U.S. adults saying they will take some sort of road trip this summer, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2025’s Best & Worst States for Summer Road Trips, along with expert commentary.
Military Days Set at Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

4 days ago | ukenreport.com | Cindy Uken

PALM SPRINGS — During the entire month of July, all U.S. military personnel with valid military identification—active, former, and retired—receive free admission to the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, along with a special gift for “Military Days.”Spouses of deployed military members, as well as military widows and widowers, also qualify for the promotion. Military personnel are encouraged to bring friends and family and receive 25% off regular Tram admission for up to four guests.
Silvia Paz Resigns from CVUSD Board of Trustees

1 week ago | ukenreport.com | Cindy Uken

Silvia Paz Also Takes Sabbatical from Nonprofit JobTHERMAL— Silvia Paz, vice president of the Coachella Valley Unified School Board of Trustees, has resigned her position, Uken Report has confirmed. Her resignation came the same day the Joint Legislative Audit Committee rejected a request from Assemblymember Jeff Gonzalez, R-Indio, to consider a full-scale audit of the Coachella Valley Unified School District. A person with intimate knowledge of the situation said the two are not related.
MSWD Forms CLEAR Community Advisory Committee

1 week ago | ukenreport.com | Cindy Uken

DESERT HOT SPRINGS — Mission Springs Water District is forming the CLEAR Committee (Community Listening, Engagement, and Advisory on Rates), according to a news release. This initiative underscores MSWD’s dedication to fostering community engagement, ensuring transparency, and upholding its commitment to serving Desert Hot Springs and the surrounding areas.
Charlie McClendon Announces Retirement

1 week ago | ukenreport.com | Cindy Uken

CATHEDRAL CITY — When Charlie McClendon was hired in 2014m he said he intended to stay to stay in Cathedral City for the rest of my career, assuming the Council wants him for that long. McClendon made good on that promise —and the City Council held on to him with a firm grasp. But on Sept. 19, the two will formally part ways. In a news release issued Thursday morning, the words blurred for a moment or two as misty eyes tried to make sense of it all. Where did 11 years go?
Children Raise Money for Mobile Shower Program

1 week ago | ukenreport.com | Cindy Uken

PALM DESERT — Camp Hope’s “Live It Out” week, also known as Vacation Bible School, at Hope Palm Desert was a week of fun, faith, and service. With 100 children, they learned how to love like Jesus—and living it out in big ways never imagined. The children were instrumental in raising $7,300 for a mobile shower program for the unhoused. The money will be used to pay for 730 showers, 30% of whom will be for women.

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